The woodcarvings on this exhibit panel at the Arts and Crafts Festival were made by students in adult education classes

The woodcarvings on this exhibit panel at the Arts and Crafts Festival were made by students in adult education classes

Creator

Coffey, Pat.

Summary

Wood carvings made by Japanese students in adult education classes are exhibited at the Arts and Crafts Festival, Granada Relocation Center, Camp Amache, Prowers County, southeastern Colorado. Subject matter includes traditional Japanese objects such as carp, bamboo, birds, cranes, landscapes, pears, and Japanese characters. Western themes include a United States flag, horses, and pheasants. Signs on front of display read: "Adult Education, Woodcarving" and "Please Do Not Touch."

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Reproduction Available for Purchase

Yes (digital reproduction)

Related Material

Image File: ZZR710006579

Notes

Formerly F38768.; Title and photographer printed on back of photoprint; additional information: "War Relocation Authority, Midland Savings Bldg., Denver, Colo. No: E-758, Date 3/6/43; Photo Location: Granada Relocation Center, Amache, Colorado; Data: (title)...This Festival was held March 6th to 8th in Terry Hall at the center, and was sponsored by the Education Division and the "Pioneer" the Granada Center newspaper."; R7100065792

Identifier

F38768 DPLW

Filename

10006579.tif

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